NAMB Podcast

What if your biggest opportunity isn’t waiting for rates to drop—it’s changing the conversation? Barry Habib shares why mortgage professionals who sharpen their skills, explain the numbers, and help clients see the bigger picture can find opportunities in a challenging market. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Barry Habib of MBS Highway. Coming off NAM...

What’s really getting in the way of growing your mortgage business? Ron Vaimberg’s advice: uncover the thinking behind your habits, ask better questions, and build relationships in a way that feels natural to you. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Ron Vaimberg, mortgage strategist, coach, and founder of Ron Vaimberg International. A former real estate agent, mortgage o...

What can mortgage professionals do when business gets tough? Tim Braheem’s advice: focus on what you can control, show people you care, and make sure they know what problems you solve. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Tim Braheem, Chief Content Officer of The Loan Atlas, longtime mortgage coach, and former top-producing originator. Tim shares practical ways to build r...

What does Mike Farrell want mortgage professionals to know on his first day as NAMB President? The door is open—and he wants more people to walk through it. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Mike Farrell, the new President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). Released on October 1, 2026, the conversation marks the first day of Mike’s...

What does it really take to make sure mortgage brokers have a voice where the biggest industry decisions are being made? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Kimber White, President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), for a candid conversation about advocacy, leadership, housing affordability, industry relationships, and the future of the mortgage brok...

What if a few minutes today could save you major headaches during NMLS renewal? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Rich Madison, Senior Vice President with NMLS, for a practical conversation about licensing, renewals, continuing education, NMLS modernization, and what mortgage professionals need to know as they prepare for the year ahead. Rich has been part of the licen...

What if compliance didn’t have to slow your mortgage business down? What if it could actually help you grow? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Scott Geisel, Director of Compliance at Strategic Compliance Partners, for a practical conversation about building a compliance program that protects your business while giving you room to grow. Scott explains w...

What happens when you ask someone who admits compliance isn’t exactly his favorite topic to talk about mortgage compliance? You get a real-world conversation every loan officer can relate to. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Frank Garay of Loan Officer Breakfast Club to talk about the side of compliance mortgage professionals deal with every day. From...

Are you ready for the latest changes in mortgage compliance? For mortgage brokers and loan officers, compliance isn't always the most exciting part of the business—but it is one of the most important. Changes to NMLS, licensing requirements, audits, disclosures, documentation, and even social media can have a real impact on your business. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and...

Are you losing past clients simply because you're not staying in touch? For mortgage brokers, closing the loan shouldn't be the end of the relationship. Your past-client database can be one of your most valuable business assets—but only if you stay connected. The right email marketing and follow-up strategy can help you remain top of mind long after the closing table. The NAMB Podcast with hosts G...

The rules that shape the mortgage industry are being written every day. The question is: Are mortgage brokers in the room when those decisions are made? As NAMB continues Broker Independence Month, The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcomes Lauren Patterson, Government Affairs Chair for the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), for an important conversation about...

The independent mortgage broker channel exists today because of leaders who fought to protect it, strengthen it, and prepare it for future generations. The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcomes Joe Falk and A.W. Pickel III, two Past Presidents of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), as they continue NAMB Broker Independence Month. Together, they share the hi...

Helping homebuyers is about more than closing loans—it is about building trust, educating clients, and serving your community with integrity every step of the way. The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcomes Libra Branch, better known as The Mortgage Diva, as they kick off NAMB Broker Awareness Month. With more than 36 years in the mortgage industry, Libra shares the experien...

Mortgage pricing technology is not just about finding a rate—it is about helping loan officers make faster, smarter, and more confident decisions for their borrowers. The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcomes Tiffany McGarry, VP of Product Management at Optimal Blue, home of LoanSifter and a proud NAMB Industry Partner. As part of NAMB Technology Month, Tiffany shares how L...

AI isn't replacing loan officers—but it is changing what it takes to succeed. The mortgage professionals who embrace technology while building trust with borrowers will be the ones who thrive in the years ahead. The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcomes Dave Savage , Founder of MortgageCoach , built by TrustEngine , a proud NAMB Industry Partner. As part of NAMB Technology...

The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcomes Brandon Edwards, Product Solution Manager, and Don MacKillop, Senior Account Executive, from LendingPad, a proud NAMB Industry Partner. As part of NAMB Technology Month, this episode explores how the right technology can help mortgage brokers save time, improve the borrower experience, and grow their business without adding more sta...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields kick off NAMB Technology Month with special guests Mike Farrell, NAMB President-Elect, and Steven Scott, NAMB Director & Technology Chair. Technology continues to transform the mortgage industry, and this episode sets the stage for an exciting month featuring NAMB's Technology Partners. Mike and Steven discuss why embracin...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , host Ginger Bell sits down with Don Chiesa, Vice President of the Western Division at Newrez Wholesale, to discuss the opportunities available in today’s mortgage market through specialized lending solutions and strategic broker partnerships. Don shares how Newrez Wholesale is helping mortgage professionals expand their business by offering innovative loan pro...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell sits down with Emenyo Segbefia, Director of Business Development at Chenoa Fund, to discuss how mortgage professionals can help expand homeownership opportunities through education, partnerships, and down payment assistance programs. Emenyo shares how Chenoa Fund is helping borrowers across the country achieve the dream of homeownership while a...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Taylor Rogers, Branch Manager at Revolution Mortgage, to talk about one of the most valuable skills in the mortgage industry: building relationships through connection and service. Taylor shares how becoming a true connector can help mortgage professionals grow their business, strengthen referral partnerships, an...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mark Boleky, Senior Vice President of Wholesale Production at Plaza Home Mortgage, to break down one of the most talked-about (and often misunderstood) areas in lending, condo financing. Plaza Home Mortgage, a trusted industry partner, brings deep expertise when it comes to navigating condo approvals, project eli...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast , hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Richard Quintero, President of The Lender AI , and Andre Nieuwendam, SVP of Technology at The Lender AI , to talk about how AI is changing the way mortgage professionals serve clients and grow their business. The Lender AI, a proud NAMB Industry Partner , is focused on solving real challenges for today’s loan of...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sat down with Marvin Hudson, Director on the NAMB Board and Georgia Chair, to recap NAMB’s Advocacy Day and the full three-day experience on Capitol Hill. Marvin shared what took place throughout the event—from the preparation and collaboration with fellow mortgage professionals to walking the halls of Congress and meeting dir...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Steven Cooley, Founder of Mortgage Advisor Tools, to talk about how technology is transforming the way mortgage professionals work and win in today’s market. Mortgage Advisor Tools is designed to solve real problems for loan officers—helping them better connect with clients, streamline their process, and stay com...

In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Elizabeth Rychlinski, Senior Director of Product Solutions at the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS), to break down one of the most important parts of your mortgage career—staying licensed and compliant. Elizabeth shares key updates released in April that impact how mortgage professionals manage their li...